Summer 2024 Shoe Fits to Shop
Woven Wonders
Black Friday is generally a day notorious for its shopping frenzies and discount-driven madness but amidst this commercial chaos, Deadly Ponies emerged with a collection that takes a more considered and timeless approach. With their 2023 Black Friday collection, they have woven the narrative of Black Friday into a tapestry of high fashion and exquisite craftsmanship – in both the literal and the bad pun sense.
Founded by Liam Bowden in 2005 in what we can only assume was the world’s most stylish garage, Deadly Ponies has since been intertwining sustainability with luxury, all while maintaining a cheeky grin. This year, they’re flaunting their weaving prowess with the Bellboy Midi Loom and the Loom Slide, showing off a level of craftsmanship that makes your average Black Friday deal look like child’s play.
The Bellboy Midi Loom isn’t just a bag; it’s a woven wonder, a testament to the fact that patience and skill can indeed create something more lasting than the fleeting joy of a flash sale. Crafted with Antique finish NZ Deer Nappa, it’s the kind of bag that doesn’t just hold your essentials – it holds a story.
Equally striking, the Loom Slide signifies Deadly Ponies’ first venture into the realm of footwear, with woven details that highlight the brand’s flair for textural beauty. These slides are not just footwear; they are wearable art.
The collection also boasts knotted charms, because why not add a bit more flair into the mix? These charms are not just accessories; they’re the brand’s way of winking at traditional craftsmanship, a nod to the art of weaving with a playful twist and another quiet rebellion against the fast-paced, throwaway culture of modern retail.
MW By Kathryn Wilson
Kathryn Wilson has gone big with her summer collection. But if you’re going to go with platforms, you’re already making a statement so why hold back? Dance the night away in a pair of Kathryn Wilson’s coveted platform Zsa Zsa Heels. A nod to “good times ahead” with playful proportions of a bow and a chunky platform heel making it your new go-to shoe for Summer.
Birkenstocks are back
While everyone I know is going gaga for Crocs, Birkenstocks are swinging back into action just in time for summer with their fan-favourite EVA sandals. Aesthetically, they resemble everything we’ve come to love in cork-based Birks but now with all the benefits of EVA. EVA is light, high quality, and elastic giving soft cushioning wherever you go. More importantly, it’s water-friendly and perfect for pool and beach-side wear. These come available in Boston (NEW), Arizona, Gizeh, Madrid, and Barbados styles.
